The least expensive chemical? You can use water you know, Mold is typically water-soluble and can be used on a cloth to wipe it off, without soaking the shingles. You do not really need chemical compounds to get rid of the mold.
Asphalt shingles typically last between and 15 and 30 years. It varies depending on the quality of your asphalt shingles
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26 shingles in a bundle of three tab asphalt shingles
or fiberglass ? Depends where you live, determines what shingles to use.
There are two types of asphalt shingles: fibre-glass and paper, though paper are less common due to being a fire hazard. Alternatives include wood, slate and asbestos-cement, though again the latter has proven to be a health hazard and is no longer used.
everything burns.
Depends on the shingle. Is it a 25 year or fifty year. Asphalt or fiberglass?
Yes.
All shingles fade after time
Perhaps, but not guaranteed. Tile is generally much heavier than asphalt or "composition" shingles. If you're concerned, have a roofing contractor to evaluate your roof.
An inexperienced handyman.
Asphalt shingles are some of the most widely used mediums for roofs as they are generally more inexpensive than other types, and they are easy to work with. Whether you're applying those asphalt shingles to an old roof or a new roof, it's helpful to know that the application process is generally the same for all. The important aspect to remember is that when you are re-roofing, the most important thing to pay attention to is how you begin placing the asphalt shingles at the lower edge. Remember that mimicking the arrangement/pattern of the first roof could cause you to end up with waves in your roof design.